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Can I remove the cam chain adjuster and replace the gasket without buggering the actual adjustment? If not is there a rule of thumb to adjust them? I just got my gasket kit and am trying to use as many as possible!!

Ya,You can remove the assembly as a whole(2 bolts I believe)...but...why NOT check the adjustment on it,while You're in there...peace of mind knowing that it's all good...

sandy

I realize that it is adjustable, but the HOW of it all I dont know. Do you happen to know how to adjust it? Or if it gets out of whack when you remove it(see my original question)

Thanks

XTC, all I would offer is...DON'T attempt to turn the engine over AT ALL whilst the adjuster is removed. You stand the chance of a cam sprocket jumpingon the chain.

It is very easy to check/readjust the cam chain tension on the 650's.After colapsing the adjuster and locking it in with the locking bolt after removing it from engine. (if you have a manual adjuster)then reinstalling the adjuster,loosen the locking bolt so it makes contact with the cam chain(retighten locking bolt)then use a 17mm wrench on the crank (ignition/points side) and turn the motor over a couple of revelutions,then align the corner of the mechanical advancer plate after 2-3 tdc.f mark with the the timing mark on the case.Loosen and retighten locking bolt for adjuster,tighten jam nut and you are finished. It may seem hard but it isnt.

Good luck

I believe mine is an auto adjust on this bike, it is a 79 sr 650, my other bikes are both adjustable so that is great advice thanks, if i remove the auto adjuster, what is the re and re procedure to ensure it keeps being auto........